I’m in love with this portrait. We’ve seen plenty of melted crayon art , but this one actually uses crayons inside a glue gun to get the effect. You can get the instructions here — I feel melty. | Light&Spoon… Read More...
PB Inspired French Pillow
This pretty French postcard pillow drew inspiration from a similar look available at Pottery Barn. I actually like this version better! There’s a free pattern too in case you would like to make one of your own. See it here … Read More...
French Herb Painted Pots
These pretty pots were made by Carolyn from a dollar store ceramic pot. Using craft paint and stencils she transformed this dollar store look into chic little herb containers for your kitchen or garden. You can get the supply list … Read More...
Comic Book Coasters
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s superhero coasters from Mod Podge Rocks! These coasters use metal blanks from the home improvement store’s electrical section. Great idea! Head over to MPR for the complete tutorial and supply list — Crafts … Read More...
Mini Pallet Valentine’s Day Plaque
Need a quick idea to dress up your mantle or shelf for Valentine’s Day? Here’s a fun project made from wood shims. A miniature pallet type plaque all dressed up in love-me red. Check out the post and tutorial here … Read More...
Colorful Ice Garland
As much as we’d like to deny it, it’s still winter. The beginning of spring isn’t for another 2 months, so why not add a little spring color to the winter landscape? Make this fun colorful ice garland to brighten … Read More...
Vintage Cake Tin Lamp
Look at this beautiful lamp, how fun is this?? I love how this blogger took a vintage cake tin and turned it into a stylish and unique lamp. Check out the post here — Cake Carrier Lamp.
Concert Ticket Magnets
I remember the days of saving concert tickets. A momento from a good time, mostly from my youth. I’m pretty sure they’re still in a box in the attic with other keepsakes from days gone by. I like this idea … Read More...
Valentine Painted Mugs
Here are a few different ideas (only one is pictured) for painting on glass mugs to give as Valentine’s Day gifts. Fun ideas, though I am partial to the “Ink Heart Mug” pictured here. Check them all out at — … Read More...
Robot Canvases
You can pick up stretched canvas at craft stores pretty inexpensively, and if you have that store’s coupon, even better! There are so many things that you can with them, and you don’t have to be a painter to do … Read More...
Vinyl Record Book Ends
Some records are vintage and worth money, and some just aren’t. For the ones that aren’t there are lots of fun ways to recycle them into something else. These bookends are a great example of using your old vinyl records … Read More...
Pocket Multi-Tool for Women
Now you an appeal to your inner handywoman and still be feminine. Make your very own incognito lipstick multi-tool! Looks like a lipstick but it’s really a handy tool kit. Get the full instructions here — Pocket Multi-Tool for Women… Read More...
“52 Reasons I Love You” Cards Tutorial
Take an old deck of cards and turn them into a memorable Valentine’s Day gift. Aside from Valentine’s Day this would be perfect for any gift giving occasion such as a birthday or anniversary. Full tutorial and printable available so … Read More...
Kid’s Crafts Work Station
Just look at this dream craft station for kids! Unless you are prepared to make one, I suggest viewing this post when the kidlets aren’t looking over your shoulder. I guarantee they’ll be asking for one of their own! Feeling … Read More...
Multilingual Wood Welcome Sign
Scrap plywood, wood stain, a stencil and white paint. That’s what it took to make this lovely welcome sign in any language! A great way to greet people in your home, and a fun conversation piece as well. See it … Read More...
“Love Is” Valentine Wreath
Do you remember “Love Is”? Those cute little cartoon people from back in the 70’s? I do, I was school aged back then and those little people were everywhere. They are considered vintage now (eek) and you just don’t see … Read More...
Decorative Wooden Spoons
Turn plain, dollar store or WalMart wooden spoons into a pretty kitchen display item with this tutorial from jaderbomb. She used printable film sheets, but I’m sure washi tape or paint would work great too. Get the scoop here — … Read More...
Shimmering Valentine Gift Boxes
Metallic paint and shimmery scrapbook paper are what give these pretty heart shape boxes
their luster. A fun way to dress up a $1 paper mache box from the craft store. Wrap up a gift in style for your Valentine. … Read More...
Beaded Sunburst Mirror
There are a lot of sunburst mirrors out there, all different designs and styles. I have to admit that I’m not a huge fan of the sunburst as I’ve seen them, but this one really caught my eye. I’m not … Read More...
Pallet Wood Sign
I don’t know what it is about pallets, but decorating with them makes my heart go pitter pat. I really love the look and adding inspirational words just makes them all that much better. This sign is truly fun with … Read More...